Crochet Vertical Stripe Tote Bag Pattern

A roomy, structured tote in sage green and beige with a band of bold stripes, built from flat panels that are sewn together, then finished with a border and long handles.

What's included

• 16-page PDF pattern
• Base, front/back and side panel instructions with stitch counts and a colour sequence
• Assembly, top border and handles
• Magnetic snap closure and optional embroidered handle detail

Materials

• Medium weight (4) yarn in sage green, beige, orange, zinc grey, maroon, black and olive green
• 4 mm crochet hook
• 2 magnetic snap buttons
• Yarn needle, scissors, measuring tape and optional stitch markers

Finished size: about 14.5-15" (37-38 cm) wide and 4.5" (11.5 cm) deep.

Skill level: Intermediate (as rated by the designer), though only ch, sc, hdc and sl st are used.

How you get it

• This is a digital PDF pattern, not a finished item. Nothing is posted to you.
• Your download link is emailed to you right after checkout.
• Written in US crochet terms.

You're welcome to sell items you make from this pattern. Please don't share or resell the pattern file itself. Questions? Email us at hello@wacommpatterns.com and we'll help.

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Questions crocheters ask

Can I use a different yarn or hook? Yes. The pattern lists exactly what we used, and any yarn of a similar weight will work. A different yarn or hook size changes the finished measurements, so work a small swatch first if size matters. Our guide crochet gauge explained shows how.

Is the pattern written in UK terms? The PDF is written in US crochet terms, but a UK-terms version is free — choose English (UK terms) from the Pattern language list above and we will email it to you. If you would rather convert as you go, our US to UK conversion chart covers every stitch used here.

Can I get the pattern in my language? Yes, and it costs nothing. There are 20 languages in the Pattern language list above — pick yours before you add to cart. The English PDF downloads straight away; any other language we send by email, usually the same day.

Will the bag stretch out of shape? Not if the fabric is worked firmly. Our guide on why crochet bags stretch explains which yarns and hook sizes cause sagging, and how to prevent it.

More answers are on our FAQ page.